Kurt Waldheim
D- Birthday
- December 21, 1918
- Age
- 107
- Height
- 0'0" (0 cm)
- Net Worth
- $5M
About
Kurt Waldheim was an Austrian politician and diplomat who served as the secretary-general of the United Nations from 1972 to 1981 and as the president of Austria from 1986 to 1992. His career was marked by international controversy during his presidential campaign in 1986 when his service in Greece and Yugoslavia during World War II, and knowledge of Nazi atrocities, were revealed. These revelations tarnished his reputation.
Career Timeline
Wartime Service
Served in the Wehrmacht during World War II.
UN Secretary-General
Appointed as the Secretary-General of the United Nations.
Elected Austrian President
Elected as the President of Austria.
Wartime Past Revealed
His wartime service and knowledge of Nazi atrocities are revealed, leading to controversy.
End of Presidency
Steps down from the presidency amidst continuing scrutiny.
Death
Kurt Waldheim passes away, his legacy permanently tainted by his wartime past.
Controversial Legacy
Remains a controversial figure due to the revelations about his wartime activities.
